Armed robbery suspect flees on lime green bike in Southeast D.C.

Armed robbery suspect flees on lime green bike in Southeast D.C.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A suspect fled an armed robbery on a lime green bicycle yesterday afternoon in the 1300 block of Alabama Avenue SE, sparking an active investigation.

The incident took place shortly after 4 p.m. The suspect is described as an 18-year-old Black male wearing a black coat and black pants. Witnesses reported he brandished a handgun during the robbery and was last seen heading toward the nearby Giant Food store.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police at (202) 727-9099 or send an anonymous tip via the Department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411. A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information that leads to an arrest and conviction.